LDV D90 vs Audi Q2

The LDV D90 starts from $39,990 before on-road costs, while the Audi Q2 opens at $49,400. That makes the LDV D90 the more affordable entry point by $9,410.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $43,989 and $54,340 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Audi Q2 by roughly $4,275 in fuel alone.

Both the LDV D90 and Audi Q2 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Audi Q2 packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 2 in the LDV D90.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the LDV D90 and 6 in the Audi Q2.

The LDV D90 features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Audi Q2 gets a 8.8-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi Q2 counters with power tailgate, Bang & Olufsen audio and ambient lighting that the LDV D90 does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the LDV D90 gets leatherette upholstery while the Audi Q2 offers leather.

The LDV D90 uses a Petrol Turbo producing 184kW and 410Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 10.5 seconds.

The Audi Q2 responds with a Petrol making 110kW and 250Nm, paired to a s tronic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.8 seconds.

The LDV D90 has the clear power advantage at 184kW vs 110kW. In the real-world sprint, the Audi Q2 is 1.7s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The LDV D90 measures 5,046mm long on a 2,950mm wheelbase, 838mm longer than the Audi Q2 at 4,208mm (2,601mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the LDV D90 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 343L in the LDV D90 and 356L in the Audi Q2, giving the Audi Q2 a 13L advantage. The LDV D90 seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the LDV D90 leads with a 3,000kg braked capacity vs 1,200kg. That 1,800kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,594/year for the LDV D90 and $1,739/year for the Audi Q2. That is a $855 annual difference in favour of the Audi Q2.

Estimated annual total: $2,594 (LDV D90) vs $1,739 (Audi Q2). The Audi Q2 saves you roughly $855 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 7 years / 200,000km (LDV D90) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Audi Q2). The LDV D90 has longer coverage.